Gator - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gator is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Naugai - 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gator village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gator is 503515. The village covers a total geographical area of 377.2 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gator village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gator
As per Census 2011, Gator village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 495 males and 445 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gator are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 495 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 86 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 279 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 263 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 232 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Gator
Gator is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karahiya | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Mudmani | West | 2.95 km |
| Dhani | North | 3.04 km |
| Bairdah | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Naugai (parai) | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Pipri | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Rajdaha | East | 4.98 km |
| Dhawai | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Bari Unmukt | North | 5.58 km |
| Korsar Kothar | North | 6.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gator
Gator is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Gator is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Gator is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gator
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gator village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gator
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gator village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gator
Where is Gator located?
Gator village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gator?
The Gram Panchayat of Gator is Naugai - 2.
What is the pincode of Gator?
The pincode of Gator is 486882.
What is the population of Gator?
Gator has a total population of 940, including 495 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Gator?
There are 185 households in Gator.
What is the literacy rate in Gator?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gator is 45.11%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 36.18%.